★ Top pick5th
1Cyclotron
Cyclotron stands out with two Listed placings from just two starts, demonstrating superior class.
Victoria · Monday 6 April 2026
Sandown Lakeside tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 8 races at Sandown Lakeside. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won0/80%
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Top pick placed1/813%
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Happy 50th To Nick And Jamie Gold Hcp
12:55 local1400mOpen$60,000
Winner4. Blind RaiseSP $3.20
2nd pick4th
3Prime Pattern
The class rise from maiden company is concerning.
3rd pickScratched
5Hydrothermal
Hydrothermal represents the classic 'unknown quantity' debutant with quality connections. Craig Williams' booking is the strongest positive signal, while the Busuttin & Young stable's reputation and first-time gear changes suggest they have this horse ready to perform fresh. The lack of form data prevents higher confidence.
Value pick2nd
2Harry Met Sally
The perfect record with Neindorf and middle barrier position are positives, but the class rise and jockey's poor recent form create uncertainty.
- 1st4Blind RaiseBeau Mertens$3.20
- 2nd2Harry Met SallyLachlan Neindorf$8.50
- 3rd8Melbourne BoyEthan Brown$12.00
- 4th3Prime PatternZac Spain$3.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Blind Raise | 2 | Beau Mertens | T Busuttin & N Young | 56.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Harry Met Sally | 5 | Lachlan Neindorf | M W Walker | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Melbourne Boy | 6 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Prime Pattern | 1 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 57kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Cyclotron | 7 | John Allen | T & C McEvoy | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Rising Nine Top | 9 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Levens Hall | 3 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Hydrothermal | 4 | Craig Williams | T Busuttin & N Young | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Meet The Prince | 8 | Craig Newitt | P Kearney | 56.5kg |
Sportsbet Race Previews (Bm64)
13:30 local1400mBenchmark 64$60,000
Winner6. CarriedoSP $2.45
★ Top pick4th
1Justique
The Hayes stable and Craig Williams combination adds confidence, while the middle barrier draw suits the track's bias towards barriers 5-8. Despite the class rise, her debut performance suggests she has the ability to handle this grade.
2nd pickWon
6Carriedo
The Begg/Childs combination is proven, and her improving form line suggests she can handle the step up in class. Well-drawn to secure an early position which suits this track.
3rd pick3rd
7Jewel Of Heaven
Second up from a spell with fitness on her side and drawn to get an economical run. The step up in distance and class are concerns, but her breeding suggests she should handle both.
Value pickScratched
5Cardamom
Value chance who won her last start and represents a strong stable/jockey combination. The inside barrier gives her every chance to lead or sit prominent, which suits this track's bias.
- 1st6CarriedoJordan Childs$2.45
- 2nd10Tallingas IndiroseCory Parish$81.00
- 3rd7Jewel Of HeavenLuke Nolen$6.00
- 4th1JustiqueCraig Williams$2.80
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Carriedo | 3 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 59kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 10 | Tallingas Indirose | 4 | Cory Parish | S S Cunningham | 56.5kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Jewel Of Heaven | 2 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Justique | 7 | Craig Williams | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 3 | Venetian Choice | 6 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Snakeinthegrass | 5 | Craig Newitt | Peter Gelagotis | 59kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Russian Choice | 5 | Andrew Noblet | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Alleviate | 2 | Damian Lane | D T O'Brien | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Cardamom | 1 | Mark Zahra | A & S Freedman | 59kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Titahi Bay | 8 | Lachlan Neindorf | M W Walker | 58kg |
Ive > (Bm66)
14:05 local1600mBenchmark 66$60,000
Winner12. Wings Of CarmenSP $41.00
★ Top pick2nd
1Didn't Miss Many
Barrier 6 positions perfectly for Sandown-Lakeside's on-speed bias in fast tempo.
2nd pick8th
4Acta Non Verba
Recent BM70 5th respectable; class drop enhances chances in fast tempo favouring strong finishers.
Value pick4th
3Savvie Blanc
- 1st12Wings Of CarmenCory Parish$41.00
- 2nd1Didn't Miss ManyLogan Bates$4.60
- 3rd6TornCraig Williams$11.00
- 4th3Savvie BlancZac Spain$5.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Wings Of Carmen | 3 | Cory Parish | S S Cunningham | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Didn't Miss Many | 6 | Logan Bates | Archie Alexander | 59.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 6 | Torn | 10 | Craig Williams | Ben Brisbourne | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Savvie Blanc | 9 | Zac Spain | E J Bourke | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Finance Shogun | 4 | Molly Bourke | Shea Eden | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Sparkle Link | 7 | Damian Lane | G Eurell | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Rasp | 11 | Mark Zahra | Gavin Bedggood | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 4 | Acta Non Verba | 5 | Jordan Childs | D T O'Brien | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 7 | The Flying Popov | 8 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 58kg | $5.50 |
| Scr | 8 | Zeshadow | 12 | Andrew Noblet | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Bold Strike | 2 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Delta Sky | 1 | Ryan Houston | Lee & Shannon Hope | 55kg |
Sportsbet Green Tick (Bm66)
14:40 local1600mBenchmark 66$60,000
Winner3. SatiricallySP $3.60
★ Top pick4th
6Wetumpka
The barrier draw allows tactical flexibility, and despite the class rise, his form trajectory is compelling.
2nd pickWon
3Satirically
Satirically brings elite connections and proven winning ability. The Waterhouse/Bott stable excels with lightly raced horses, and Jordan Childs is in excellent form. Despite the wide draw and class rise, the quality connections and winning mentality make this a strong contender.
3rd pick10th
2Obvious
The consistency and track familiarity are positives, though the jockey/trainer combination lacks wins together. Still represents good value in a competitive field.
Value pick8th
12So Enchanting
So Enchanting offers excellent value with Craig Williams taking the ride after a recent 1600m maiden win. The distance suits perfectly, and the elite jockey booking suggests stable confidence.
- 1st3SatiricallyJordan Childs$3.60
- 2nd4CinturatoLachlan Neindorf$8.50
- 3rd10Vim VitaeCeline Gaudray$41.00
- 4th6WetumpkaEthan Brown$3.70
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Satirically | 11 | Jordan Childs | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Cinturato | 4 | Lachlan Neindorf | M W Walker | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Vim Vitae | 6 | Celine Gaudray | Liam Howley | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Wetumpka | 7 | Ethan Brown | Peter Gelagotis | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 8 | Let It Beel | 8 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Siriusly Hot | 1 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Ornos | 2 | Damian Lane | D T O'Brien | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 12 | So Enchanting | 10 | Craig Williams | T & C McEvoy | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Shipstern Bluff | 5 | S Fliedner | 56kg | $61.00 | |
| 10th | 2 | Obvious | 9 | Luke Cartwright | G Eurell | 58.5kg | $3.80 |
| Scr | 1 | Engine Of War | 8 | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Kakadu Sunset | 3 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg |
Quayclean (Bm66)
15:20 local1200mBenchmark 66$60,000
Winner2. Nation StateSP $9.00
★ Top pick4th
5Vangogh Bankcheque
The Lloyd Kennewell-trained gelding is second up from spell where the stable has a strong record, and Mark Zahra's booking indicates serious intent. Despite the wide draw, his early speed should help overcome the barrier at this leader-biased track.
2nd pick8th
4Mr Magnus
However, the wide barrier at this leader-biased track and poor distance record are significant concerns that limit his winning chances.
3rd pickScratched
8Azzacool
Azzacool brings a perfect 1200m record and impressive recent form to this assignment. The Ciaron Maher-trained filly dominated her last start in Class 1 company and has shown she handles good tracks well. While the class rise is significant, her unbeaten distance record and stable's strong form make her a serious threat despite the wide barrier.
Value pick2nd
9Ole Daze
Ole Daze represents excellent value despite limited experience. His maiden victory was impressive and the inside barrier is a major asset at this leader-biased track.
- 1st2Nation StateEmily Pozman$9.00
- 2nd9Ole DazeJake Duffy$17.00
- 3rd10Struggle StreetLuke Cartwright$14.00
- 4th5Vangogh BankchequeMark Zahra$1.80
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Nation State | 6 | Emily Pozman | J F Moloney | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Ole Daze | 1 | Jake Duffy | V T Nolen | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Struggle Street | 3 | Luke Cartwright | Reece Goodwin | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Vangogh Bankcheque | 10 | Mark Zahra | Lloyd Kennewell | 60.5kg | $1.80 |
| 5th | 11 | Alzaro | 11 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 3 | Mahogany Girl | 8 | Holly Durnan | C D Widdison | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Auxiliary | 5 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Mr Magnus | 9 | Ethan Brown | R D Griffiths | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Blondeau | 2 | Ryan Houston | Ms N Shelton | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Brandjam | 7 | Glen Thompson | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Azzacool | 7 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 58kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Sketch | 4 | Damian Lane | A & S Freedman | 55.5kg |
Sportsbet Feed (Bm74)
16:00 local1000mBenchmark 74$60,000
Winner9. BalastierSP $3.70
★ Top pick4th
12Runlikenencryption
Runlikenencryption presents as the standout selection with a proven winning record at this track and distance. The Craig Williams booking and significant class drop from recent metropolitan runs provide strong confidence signals. The 42-day gap is manageable for a horse in work.
2nd pick2nd
10Along The River
The horse-jockey combination has proven effective, and his running style suits the expected fast tempo.
3rd pickWon
9Balastier
The lengthy spell and distance concerns temper enthusiasm despite the strong win rate.
Value pick3rd
4You're Two Vain
You're Two Vain represents value based on his perfect first-up and distance records, combined with strong stable confidence indicators. However, the significant class rise and limited metropolitan exposure create substantial risk.
- 1st9BalastierDamian Lane$3.70
- 2nd10Along The RiverJordan Childs$13.00
- 3rd4You're Two VainCory Parish$3.90
- 4th12RunlikenencryptionCraig Williams$4.60
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Balastier | 13 | Damian Lane | D T O'Brien | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 10 | Along The River | 12 | Jordan Childs | M & L Cerchi | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | You're Two Vain | 9 | Cory Parish | Ms A Macpherson | 60.5kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 12 | Runlikenencryption | 7 | Craig Williams | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 14 | Hello Romeo | 1 | Brittany Button | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Cannyworth | 6 | Declan Bates | Glen Thompson | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Codigo | 11 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Royal Lass | 5 | Ryan Houston | Lee & Shannon Hope | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Prince Of Parwan | 2 | Molly Bourke | Josh Cartwright | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Shirshov | 4 | Logan Bates | P Stokes | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Martial Music | 8 | Dakotah Keane | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Dreamzel | 14 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 13th | 6 | Flying Season | 10 | Zac Spain | P McVicar | 60kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Deepfloat Diva | 13 | Lachlan Neindorf | R & C Jolly | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Tournelle | 3 | Daniel Stackhouse | A & S Freedman | 55.5kg |
Stow Storage Solutions (Bm66)
16:40 local1400mBenchmark 66$60,000
Winner7. Fire TribeSP $12.00
★ Top pick5th
10Lathlain
Three-year-old filly dropping dramatically in class from Group 2 to BM66 level. Perfect record at 1400m with two wins from two starts at the distance.
2nd pick6th
9Flying Fizz
Five-year-old mare with excellent second-up statistics and perfect record at Sandown-Lakeside 1400m. The significant class drop from Open company to BM66, combined with the ideal inside barrier on this leader-biased track, creates strong winning chances. Blinkers removal may help her settle better in the run.
3rd pick2nd
3Sister Shay
Four-year-old mare with strong second-up statistics returning to a distance where she's been successful. The wide barrier is a concern on this leader-biased track, but her proven second-up ability keeps her in calculations.
Value pickWon
7Fire Tribe
Five-year-old gelding coming off a narrow win at Echuca and showing improved form. Strong record at 1400m with two wins from four starts at the distance.
- 1st7Fire TribeEthan Brown$12.00
- 2nd3Sister ShaySarah Field$2.70
- 3rd1Legio TenLuke Cartwright$17.00
- 4th6Like A TigerLachlan Neindorf$8.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Fire Tribe | 6 | Ethan Brown | Lee & Shannon Hope | 60kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Sister Shay | 7 | Sarah Field | C D Widdison | 58.5kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 1 | Legio Ten | 2 | Luke Cartwright | Reece Goodwin | 60kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Like A Tiger | 3 | Lachlan Neindorf | Mathew Smerdon | 60.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Lathlain | 4 | Daniel Stackhouse | T Busuttin & N Young | 58.5kg | $2.45 |
| 6th | 9 | Flying Fizz | 1 | Declan Bates | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 14 | The Arrow | 5 | Beau Mertens | M, W & J Hawkes | 56kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 2 | New Sovereign | 11 | Logan Bates | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 60kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Cripps | 7 | John Allen | P Kearney | 61kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Glenfinnan | 4 | Luke Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Rock Them Jools | 10 | Damian Lane | C J Waller | 60kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Cadillac Sam | 11 | C J Waller | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Bohemian Angel | 2 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Lots To Love | 8 | Ryan Houston | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54.5kg |
Sportsbet More Places (Bm74)
17:20 local1200mBenchmark 74$60,000
Winner2. QuiseenSP $11.00
★ Top pick4th
8Perfect Picture
Perfect Picture looks the standout with a class drop from Group 3 racing to BM74 level. Won impressively last start at Pakenham and the Begg/Childs combination is firing. Second up record is solid and the mare has shown she can handle good tracks. The key negative is the wide barrier on a leader-biased track, but class should prevail.
2nd pick9th
12Blue Hawaiian
Blue Hawaiian brings excellent recent form with an 80% place strike rate and strong distance record. The mare won two starts back and ran a close second last start. The class rise is significant but the form suggests she can handle it. Nolen's booking adds confidence despite the wide barrier.
3rd pickScratched
1Lovelycut
Lovelycut has the perfect record at this track and distance with a win here previously. The mare is a proven first-up performer and drops significantly in class from Group racing. The wide barrier is a concern on this track, but her track record and class edge make her a strong chance despite the long spell.
Value pick6th
5Eternal
Eternal offers value after winning last start and showing a perfect record at 1200m. The Waller-trained mare is improving with racing and Melham's retention suggests confidence.
- 1st2QuiseenThomas Stockdale$11.00
- 2nd11Drone AttackDakotah Keane$51.00
- 3rd14BefuddleLuke Cartwright$6.00
- 4th8Perfect PictureJordan Childs$3.20
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Quiseen | 5 | Thomas Stockdale | Archie Alexander | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Drone Attack | 3 | Dakotah Keane | R D Griffiths | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 3rd | 14 | Befuddle | 2 | Luke Cartwright | J D Sadler | 52.5kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Perfect Picture | 8 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 5th | 6 | Honor Galore | 6 | Ethan Brown | C I Brown | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Eternal | 7 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 15 | Patchouli Dream | 4 | Cory Parish | S S Cunningham | 54.5kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Kirribilli | 10 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Blue Hawaiian | 9 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Lovelycut | 12 | Damian Lane | Reece Goodwin | 62kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Cherish Me | 12 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Harpalee | 11 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | My Zephyr | 1 | Mick Shepherdson | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Southern Crescent | 5 | Aaron Purcell | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Porsha Crystal | 14 | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 56kg |
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